• From the Frontlines: Chaplain (Capt.) Curt Cizek

    As the security forces Airmen prepare to go outside the wire, readying their armor and automatic rifles, Chaplain (Capt.) Curt Cizek began putting on his spiritual armor and readying his metaphorical weapon: his faith.Chaplain Cizek recently returned from Camp Bucca, Iraq, where he spent six months

  • 64 Team Whiteman members promoted in January

    Sixty-four Team Whiteman members received new stripes during a promotion ceremony Januar y 4 at the Mission's End. They are:AirmanAmber Heidger, 509th Force Support SquadronAirman 1st ClassEric Baum, 509th Aircraft Maintenance SquadronJulius Landis, 509 AMXSJessica Robinson, 509 AMXSFrank Smith, 509

  • Whiteman, local communities combat underage drinking

    Missouri has been selected to receive close to $950,000 over the next three years in federal grant for a joint effort to increase readiness and reduce drinking by Whiteman underage Airmen. Brig. Gen. Robert Wheeler, 509th Bomb Wing commander, invited members of the Missouri Department of Public

  • From the Frontlines: Tech. Sgt. Lisa Castillo

    With more than 10 deployments under her belt, seasoned deployer, Tech Sgt. Lisa Castillo recently returned from yet another overseas tour.This time her assignment did not include living in a tent or packing sand bags, Sergeant Castillo was deployed to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia

  • Operating Status

    For the latest severe weather-related workforce reporting delays or base closings tune into the following radio and television stations. You may also call 660-687-6397 (NEWS).TVKSHB TV (NBC 41)WDAF (Fox 4 KC)KCTV (Channel 5KMBC (Channel 9)RADIO AMKMBZ 980 KMBCKXTR 1660 KCKCSP 610 KCKDRO 1490

  • 131st Bomb Wing "Outstanding Airmen-of-the-Year" winners announced

    Members and units of the 131st Bomb Wing were recognized, and the winners of the 131st Outstanding Enlisted, Officer and Pilot of the Year categories were announced in ceremonies held at Whiteman Air Force Base Dec. 5, 2009 and at Lambert Field Dec. 6, 2009.Col. Robert Leeker, 131st BW commander,

  • Kickin' Butts

    It is the time of year when many Airmen around the 442nd Fighter Wing are making New Year's resolutions, and quitting smoking could be a priority for many of them. I started smoking in 1991 while deployed with the Army to Operation Desert Storm. A fellow soldier was always lighting up and out of

  • Striking new look at bowling center

    'Striking' new renovations at the Whiteman Bowling Center is projected to be complete Jan. 11, 2010 to improve quality of service here. Several upgrades took place, beginning in 2007 and throughout 2009, in order to make 2010 'roll.' The $700,000 transformations includes new synthetic lanes,

  • Security Forces: Taser trained, ready to operate

    Expletives filled the room, as members of the 509th Security Forces Squadron took turns at the hands of Billy Matheny and his 50,000-volt Taser. Mr. Matheny, part of the civilian SF instructor team, lead a classroom introduction to Taser use and safety, followed by a hands-on demonstration where

  • Celebrate the Holiday Season

    December is a busy month full of family, friends and holiday cheer. It's also a time to reflect on the past year and celebrate the special people in our lives, near and far, young and old, whom we hold dear.In this spirit of reflection and celebration I'd like to thank the men and women of the